The nurse has used the Yesavage Gerontologic Depression Scale (short form) and scored the patient at a 1.What is the nurse's best action?
A) Refer the patient to a mental health practitioner.
B) Assess the patient further for depression.
C) Ask the patient about using antidepressant medications.
D) Document findings in the patient's medical record.
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